Redleg Nation Radio #58: The Playoff Preview Podcast

Chris Garber joined your host Chad Dotson for a very special RNR episode: a preview of the upcoming playoffs. What more can be said? The guys break down all the matchups and make their predictions. You may be able to notice that the guys are a bit excited about the fact that playoff baseball has returned to Cincinnati. Enjoy!

Redleg Nation Radio #57: Rumblin', Stumblin', Bumblin' toward October

The Reds are staring down the barrel of October, and it's time for another Redleg Nation Radio podcast. Bill Lack and your host, Chad Dotson, discuss everything from Brandon Phillips to Willie Bloomquist to the potential playoff rotation to Dusty Baker's karma. Enjoy!

Redleg Nation Radio #56: Enjoying The Success, with Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh

Friend of the podcast, and Reds broadcaster, Chris Welsh joined Bill Lack once again for the latest edition of the Redleg Nation Radio podcast. Chris and Bill discussed the current state of the team and -- GASP -- the possibility (likelihood?) of a post-season appearance for our beloved Redlegs. Enjoy!

Redleg Nation Radio #55: Can't We All Just Get Along?

Your hosts Bill Lack and Chad Dotson do a little arguing this week, in the latest edition of the Redleg Nation Radio podcast. From Brandon Phillips' comments to the Jim Edmonds trade, the guys just can't seem to get along anymore. Listen in to the blow-by-blow, right here, right now.

Redleg Nation Radio #54: with Reds beat writer Mark Sheldon

Mark Sheldon, who covers the Reds beat for MLB.com, joined us once again for this week's Redleg Nation Radio podcast. Mark and Redleg Nation's Chad Dotson had a wide-ranging conversation about how the Reds got where they are, where they are going, the surprises we've seen, and there's even a little Aroldis Chapman talk sprinkled in. Enjoy!

Redleg Nation Radio #53: Back to the Future

Doug Gray of RedsMinorLeagues.com joins Chad Dotson for a discussion of everything interesting about the Reds system, from Cincinnati down to the rookie leagues. The guys take a peek into the next couple of months to predict what's in store for the Reds, then look even further into the future at the top prospects in the Reds system. All that, plus a Reds trade deadline analysis...all on the Redleg Nation Radio podcast!

Redleg Nation Radio #52: Second-Half Preview

Chad Dotson and Bill Lack take stock of the Reds after an exciting first half, and take a peek ahead at what looks to be a fun second half of the 2010 season. It's the Redleg Nation Radio podcast!

Redleg Nation Radio #51: with "Wire to Wire Reds" author Joel Luckhaupt

On the latest episode of Redleg Nation Radio, I was very pleased to be joined by Joel Luckhaupt, who is known by many of you as our good friend "Slyde" from the terrific Red Reporter blog. Joel is also the co-author, with John Erardi, of The Wire-to-Wire Reds: Sweet Lou, Nasty Boys, and the Wild Run to a World Championship. It's a great book, a must-read for Reds fans, and we had a great conversation about those 1990 World Champion Reds. Enjoy!

RNR #50: How did we get here, and how can the Reds stay in the race?

We're back, and better than ever. After a short break (explanation provided at the top of the show), Redleg Nation Radio takes a look at where the Reds are now, and how they got there. Hosts Chad Dotson and Bill Lack also discuss what the Reds need to do to stay competitive in the National League Central division. Plus, a first-hand look at AAA and the guys say good-bye to Ken Griffey, Jr.

Redleg Nation Radio #49: The Season Is Underway!

Fellow RedlegNation.com editor Chris Garber makes his triumphant return to the podcast in the latest edition of Redleg Nation Radio. Chris and your host Chad Dotson break down the first ten games of the season and discuss where the Reds are headed. Even better, the guys discuss the launch of the Dusty-O-Meter! Unfortunately, the conversation veered into Danny Graves/David Weathers territory, as well. At any rate, enjoy!

Redleg Nation Radio #48: with Reds beat writer John Fay

Two episodes of Redleg Nation Radio this week? Sure, why not? This time, the Cincinnati Enquirer's John Fay joined RedlegNation.com's Bill Lack for a rousing discussion about all things Reds as the 2010 season kicks off. It's another thrilling edition of the Redleg Nation Radio podcast!

Redleg Nation Radio #47: Season Preview Extravaganza!

Are you ready for the 2010 Cincinnati Reds season? So are we, and to kick off the Opening Day festivities, we proudly present the RedlegNation.com Season Preview Extravaganza! Listen along as Chad Dotson and Bill Lack discuss everything you need to know about the Reds as the season kicks off. It's another thrilling episode of Redleg Nation Radio!

RNR #46: with Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh

Bill Lack caught up with a long-time friend of Redleg Nation, Reds television broadcaster Chris Welsh. The guys discussed everything you need to know about the upcoming season for our favorite club, the Cincinnati Reds. What are you waiting for? Listen to the latest episode of Redleg Nation Radio!

RNR #45: How about these young pitchers?

In the latest episode of the Redleg Nation Radio podcast, Chad Dotson and Bill Lack discuss the young pitching in the Cincinnati Reds organization, and try to put it into some kind of historical context. In addition, the guys looked at the entire roster and did a breakdown of the open spots and which players they thought would claim those spots for Opening Day. It's another jam-packed episode!

RNR #44: with Reds prospect and Spotlight Player Logan Parker

Bill Lack sat down once again with one of the good guys in the Reds organization: Logan Parker, UC product and one of our Spotlight Players. Parker talks about his summer, how he has prepared for 2010, and much, much more. It's another action-packed episode of the award-winning Redleg Nation Radio podcast!

RNR #43: with Reds 2007 first-rounder Devin Mesoraco

On this week's edition of Redleg Nation Radio, Reds prospect Devin Mesoraco joined Bill Lack for a wide-ranging conversation. Mesoraco, a catcher, was the first-round selection of the Reds in 2007. He discusses draft day, his journey through the Reds system, his strengths as a player, and much more (including a favorable mention of a certain blogger's alma mater). RN really appreciates Mesoraco taking a few minutes for us and we think you'll enjoy this episode.

RNR #42: 2009 Review/2010 Preview with Reds prospect Matt Klinker

Bill Lack takes the reins this week for an engaging discussion with Cincinnati Reds prospect, and RedlegNation.com Spotlight Player, Matt Klinker. It's another action-packed thrill-ride episode of the Redleg Nation Radio podcast! Or something like that.

RNR #41: Ten Questions about the Cincinnati Reds

Chad Dotson and Bill Lack get together once again to discuss ten key questions facing the Reds as they enter into the 2010 season. Ten questions, and about a hundred answers. It's the latest edition of the Redleg Nation Radio podcast!

RNR #40: Aroldis Chapman and Barry Larkin

Redleg Nation Radio returns from hiatus after an exciting week of Reds news. Chad Dotson and Bill Lack are back to discuss the multi-year signing of Cuban defector Aroldis Chapman and Barry Larkin's Hall of Fame snub. We're back!